The Colsterworth Church of England Primary School
URN: 120545 • Grantham NG33 5NJ
Overview
- Name
- The Colsterworth Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 120545
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Serious Weaknesses
- Ranking score
- 37.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lucy Gibson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Back Lane, Grantham NG33 5NJ
Summary
The Colsterworth Church of England Primary School, located in Grantham, Lincolnshire, is a voluntary controlled primary school catering to mixed-gender pupils. With a current enrolment of 156 students and a capacity of 175, the school aims to provide a nurturing environment where every child is valued and supported. The school’s ethos emphasizes care and excellence, fostering a community where learning is prioritized.
The curriculum at Colsterworth is designed to be engaging and inspiring, encouraging a love of learning among pupils. The school integrates its Christian values into everyday teaching, promoting a sense of belonging and moral development. Regular events, such as the Harvest Festival, highlight the school’s commitment to community involvement and celebration of shared values.
With 11.5% of students eligible for free school meals, Colsterworth is dedicated to ensuring that all children receive the support they need to thrive academically and socially. The school actively engages with families and the local community, reinforcing its role as a central part of the educational landscape in Grantham.
The curriculum at Colsterworth is designed to be engaging and inspiring, encouraging a love of learning among pupils. The school integrates its Christian values into everyday teaching, promoting a sense of belonging and moral development. Regular events, such as the Harvest Festival, highlight the school’s commitment to community involvement and celebration of shared values.
With 11.5% of students eligible for free school meals, Colsterworth is dedicated to ensuring that all children receive the support they need to thrive academically and socially. The school actively engages with families and the local community, reinforcing its role as a central part of the educational landscape in Grantham.
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Nearby alternatives
- Barrowby Church of England Primary School (73.5)
- Denton CofE School (70.1)
- Poplar Farm School (65.1)
- The Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School, Grantham (64.9)
- The Caythorpe Primary School (61.7)
Key details
- LA
- Lincolnshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 175
- Pupils
- 156
- Boys
- 77
- Girls
- 79
- FSM %
- 11.50
- Open date
- 1900-01-01
- Close date
- 2018-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2017-11-02
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lincolnshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 156 | 77 | 79 | 175 | 11.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 156 | 77 | 79 | 175 | 11.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 156 | 77 | 79 | 175 | 11.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 156 | 77 | 79 | 175 | 11.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 156 | 77 | 79 | 175 | 11.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 156 | 77 | 79 | 175 | 11.50 |
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